JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
16. Executive Director, North American Association for Environmental
Education
17. Senior Faculty Positions, Center for Global Solutions, University
of South Florida
18. Core Faculty, Urban Community and Environment, Antioch University
at Los Angeles

EVENTS
19. Towards Sustainability: Western Regional Conference & Expo
(Discounts for AASHE members)
20. Financial Benefits of Creating a Sustainable Campus Webinar
(Discounts for AASHE members)
21. Mathematics of Social Justice: Course Development Workshop
22. 4th International Conference on Environmental Management for
Sustainable Universities
23. Convocation of the United States Partnership for the Decade of
Education for Sustainable Development
24. SURGE Conference 2006: Empowering a Progressive South, Community by
Community

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Save the Date – AASHE 2006 Conference - Oct. 5-7
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Bowdoin College has signed on to the Governor's Carbon Challenge,
Maine's voluntary program dedicated to cutting carbon emissions by the
year 2010. Using 2002 emissions data as a baseline, Bowdoin has set a
target goal of 11% overall reduction of carbon emissions. Of the 11%,
half is from direct emissions (such as on-campus gas- or fuel-burning
appliances), and half from indirect emissions (such as electricity
procurement from out of state). Among the College's direct emissions
reduction initiatives has been converting from #6 fuel oil to a
cleaner-burning #2 low-sulfur fuel oil; installing a dual-fuel natural
gas/#2 oil burner; reducing the campus building heating standard from
72 to 68 degrees; and purchasing a hybrid car. The indirect emissions
reduction initiatives have included committing to the purchase of
energy-efficient flat-screen computer monitors; the annual Energy
Conservation Dorm Competition; incorporating VSD (variable speed drive)
motors across campus; installing VendingMisers on all vending machines;
upgrading lighting, including all exit signs; and incorporating
geothermal heating systems into construction projects, including the
two new residence halls.http://www.bowdoin.edu/news/archives/1bowdoincampus/002782.shtml

2. Miami Dade College Signs the Talloires Declaration
During a ceremony on January 30, 2006, Miami Dade College President Dr.
Eduardo Padrón signed the Talloires Declaration. By formally signing
the Declaration, Dr. Padrón joins nearly 300 university and college
presidents worldwide in pledging to commit to a 10-step-action plan for
creating an institutional culture of environmental sustainability. ”I
want you to know that this signing is not only symbolic … we will
continue to play an important role in educating our community to help
improve an environment as fragile as ours is,” said Dr. Padrón during
the signing ceremony. “Our entire faculty has always shown a tremendous
concern for the environment and is committed with providing the
guidance and education necessary to the stabilization of our ecological
system.” The signing of the declaration continues Miami Dade College’s
tradition of being sensitive to environmental issues. Through its
Earth Ethics Institute, the college provides resources, workshops,
programs and projects for the college community. The Institute also
collaborates with organizations in the larger community to educate
about environmentally sustainable living and business practices. Miami
Dade College is one of the largest community colleges in the US.http://www.mdc.edu/Home/Press/talloires.htm

3. Stanford University Adopts Pioneering Childbirth Policy
In an effort to increase the number of women pursuing the advanced
degrees, Stanford University has adopted a pioneering Childbirth Policy
for graduate students. The policy offers women graduate students
anticipating or experiencing a birth a number of options designed to
accommodate for the demands placed them by late-stage pregnancy,
childbirth, and the care of a newborn. Specifically, the policy offers
such students an Academic Accommodation Period of up to two academic
quarters before and after the birth, during which the student may
postpone course assignments, examinations, and other academic
requirements. During this time, students are eligible for full-time
enrollment status and will retain access to Stanford facilities,
Cardinal Care, and Stanford housing. In addition, new or expecting
mothers are granted an automatic one-quarter extension of University
and departmental requirements and academic milestones, with the
possibility of up to three quarters by petition under unusual
circumstances. Finally, students supported by fellowships, teaching
assistantships, and/or research assistantships will be excused from
their regular TA or RA duties for a period of six weeks during which
they will continue to receive support. Stanford officials believe that
only one other school, MIT, has a similar policy.http://www.stanford.edu/dept/DoR/GSH/childbirth.htmlhttp://insidehighered.com/news/2006/01/30/stanford

4. University of Mary Washington Announces Pay Increase for Lowest
Paid Employees
Officials at the University of Mary Washington announced that the
institution will increase salaries for its lowest paid workers. For all
full-time and part-time employees, the base rate will rise from $8.72
to $9.18 an hour. The increase is based on an updated comparison of the
university’s total compensation with that paid by Stafford County to
its entry level custodial workers. In 1998, the University adopted
Stafford County’s entry level custodial worker salary as the benchmark
for its base rate to assist in recruitment and retention efforts. This
is the third review and base rate market adjustment since that time.
The raises will take effect between March 10 and March 20.http://www.umw.edu/universityrelations/news/archives/umw_announces_pay_increase.phphttp://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2006/012006/01282006/163571

5. Conservation Int’l and George Washington Univ. Create Ecotourism
Training Program
Conservation International and The George Washington University have
entered into an agreement to develop and implement the Ecotourism
Learning Program. The program will provide a set of tools, knowledge
and standards to help communities create ecotourism destinations that
successfully attract tourists while protecting the natural environment
and improving their welfare. The program targets government and
non-governmental staff working in tourism within the 34 biodiversity
hotspots, major tropical wilderness areas, wetlands and key marine
areas of the world where ecotourism is increasing or will be
implemented.http://www.celb.org/xp/CELB/news-events/press_releases/01192006.xml

7. University of Minnesota’s Sustainability Efforts Profiled
A recent Minnesota Daily article describes sustainability
efforts by the University of Minnesota. These include: joining the
Chicago Climate Exchange and committing to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions by 1 percent annually; operating a chemical redistribution
program to find users for unwanted but usable chemicals within the
University community; using recycling paper; and composting organic
grounds waste.http://www.mndaily.com/articles/2006/02/01/66908Opportunities8. Oxfam America Collegiate Click Drive
The Oxfam America Collegiate Click Drive is an intercollegiate
competition that raises money for microcredit through a click-to-donate
site. Since the Click Drive’s inception five years ago, hundreds of
participating campuses have raised over $100,000 to help fight poverty.
Registration has begun for the 2006 Click Drive, which will begin on
February 13th. http://www.povertyfighters.com/http://www.povertyfighters.com/colleges/about

9. Alliance to Save Energy Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards
The Alliance to Save Energy invites individuals, companies, and
organizations to enter its 2006 Star of Energy Efficiency Awards
competition. These awards honor entities who have demonstrated a
significant and tangible commitment to the cause of energy efficiency
and/or contribution to the energy security of our nation. This year’s
awards will be bestowed on Tuesday, September 12 in Washington, DC at
the Alliance to Save Energy’s 14th Evening with the Stars of Energy
Efficiency black-tie dinner and awards ceremony. Entries are due by
March 31, 2006 (Early Bird Deadline: February 14, 2006).http://www.ase.org/uploaded_files/temp/2006_DinnerNominations.pdf

10. 2006 Citizen Science Paper Competition
SustainUS’ Citizen Science Technical Board is accepting short
scientific papers or review articles written for a non-scientist
audience on natural or social science topics related to the economic,
social, technological, or environmental dimensions of sustainable
development. The Board will select the best articles for online
publication in Citizen Scientist. Authors of published papers will get
the chance to present their work at the fourteenth session of the UN
Commission on Sustainable Development in New York City, May 1-12, 2006.
Participants must be residents of the United States and between 13-26
years of age. Paper submissions are due by March 3, 2006.http://www.sustainus.org/

11. World Bank International Essay Competition 2006
The World Bank invites essays on community work and participation in
public life for the International Essay Competition 2006. The winner
will receive $5,000 will be invited to participate in the Annual Bank
Conference on Development Economics, in Tokyo, Japan, on May 29-30,
2006. The best submissions will also be published. The competition is
open to people between the ages of 18 and 25. The deadline for
submissions is April 2, 2006.http://www.essaycompetition.org/

12. EPA 2006 P3 Grant Competition
The EPA has begun accepting applications in the 3rd Annual P3 Award: A
National Student Design Competition for Sustainability Focusing on
People, Prosperity, and the Planet. The competition will provide
grants to teams of college students to research, develop, and design
solutions to challenges to sustainability. The EPA will award
approximately 50 grants of up to $10,000 for Phase I. Upon the
successful completion of Phase I, Phase I grant recipients will have
the opportunity to apply for Phase II funding of up to $75,000 for one
additional year. The EPA will award approximately 10 Phase II grants.
Public nonprofit institutions/organizations (includes public
institutions of higher education and hospitals) and private nonprofit
institutions/organizations (includes private institutions of higher
education and hospitals) located in the U.S. are eligible to apply to
become the recipient of a grant to support teams of undergraduate
and/or graduate students. Applications are due by February 20, 2006,
4:00 pm Eastern Time.http://es.epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2006/2006_p3.html#Synopsis

13. Greenpeace Organizing Term
The Greenpeace Organizing Term offers hands-on training for students to
become environmental leaders. Students will learn leadership skills and
receive training in grassroots organizing, media, direct action, and
campaign strategy. The Greenpeace Organizing Term also includes a
weeklong trip abroad to meet with international student activists
working and global Greenpeace staff. Tuition for the program is $3,500
which covers training expenses and costs on the international trip,
including airfare, food and housing. College credit is possible and
limited scholarships are available on a needs-basis. Greenpeace is now
accepting applications for Summer and Fall 2006 terms.http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/getinvolved/greenpeace-organizing-term

14. USGBC Natural Talent Design Competition
Registration is now open for the 2006 US Green Building Council Natural
Talent Design Competition. The competition is actually a series of ten
local design competitions offered by local USGBC chapters and Emerging
Green Builders groups. The competitions give participants an
opportunity for hands-on work with a green building project in their
community. Local winners will be showcased in a Best-In-Show at
Greenbuild next November in Denver. Registration is open to
individuals or teams of students or young professionals with less than
5 years of experience.http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=257&

15. Alternative Spring Break - Opportunity Rocks 2006: Rebuilding
the Gulf Coast
Opportunity Rocks 2006: Rebuilding the Gulf Coast is an opportunity for
college students from across the country to travel to the New Orleans
area to help clean up and rebuild in the aftermath of Hurricane
Katrina. Participants will be working on Habitat for Humanity sponsored
projects throughout the New Orleans area, repairing and rebuilding
homes. Opportunity Rocks 2006 will take place from Wednesday, March 15
- Sunday, March 19, 2006. Opportunity Rocks and the New Orleans Area
Habitat for Humanity will provide all food, housing, and local
transportation.(website no longer available)Jobs & Internships16. Executive Director, North American Association for Environmental
Education
The North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) is
seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization as it moves
forward with a five-year Strategic Plan. The Executive Director will
work in NAAEE’s office in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. The
salary for this full-time position will be commensurate with
experience, in the range of $80-100K, depending on qualifications.
Applicants should have at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant
field, and a minimum of ten years of job experience, including five
years in a management position. Review of applications will begin
March 2, 2006, and continue until the position is filled.(webpage no longer available)

17. Senior Faculty Positions, Center for Global Solutions,
University of South Florida
The newly endowed Patel Center for Global Solutions at the University
of South Florida aspires to become recognized globally for its support
of research and education that improves and sustains the quality of
human life worldwide. In fulfillment of this vision, the Center will
appoint 6 senior faculty members over the next three years who bring
international distinction in the broad field of global
studies/globalization. Two appointments will be made this year and will
be filled by senior researchers with expertise in one or more of the
Center's five applied research areas: economics, trade, and
development; health; human security; sustainable environments; and
cultures and the arts. Successful candidates should demonstrate
significant interest, experience and expertise in translating research
into applications and solutions; and should provide leadership in
interdisciplinary research projects. Positions will remain open until
filled, however the review of applications will begin on March 10, 2006.http://chronicle.com/jobs/id.php?id=0000444709-01&pg=s&cc=

18. Core Faculty, Urban Community and Environment, Antioch
University at Los Angeles
Antioch University Los Angeles is accepting applications for a
full-time core faculty position, specializing in interdisciplinary
study of urban issues, in the B.A. in Liberal Studies Program. The
faculty member will have overall responsibility for developing the
program's new area of concentration, Urban Community and Environment,
in addition to teaching courses in the new concentration, advising
undergraduate students, and cultivating partnerships with community
organizations. The anticipated starting date is July 2006. Review of
applications will begin on February 1, 2006 and will continue until the
position is filled.http://chronicle.com/jobs/id.php?id=0000445613-01&pg=s&cc=

Events19. Towards Sustainability: Western Regional Conference & Expo
(Discounts for AASHE members)
March 7-9, 2006; California State University, Chico
Towards Sustainability: Western Regional Conference and Expo is a
collaborative effort between academic, community, government and
industry leaders to provide a forum for information sharing, thoughtful
inquiry, and enhanced commitment to the benefits of sustainability.
Keynote speakers include: Nan Jenks-Jay, Director of Environmental
Affairs at Middlebury College; Debra Rowe, Senior Fellow at University
Leaders for a Sustainable Future; Geoffrey Chase, Dean of Undergraduate
Studies at San Diego State University; and Matthew St. Clair,
Sustainability Specialist at University of California Office of the
President. Conference Tracks include: Sustainability in the
Curriculum, Sustainable Practices for the Built Environment,
Sustainable Energy and Economics, and Student Life. Business,
industry, and government organizations will be on hand to demonstrate
the latest in sustainable products, practices, technologies and
programs. Discounts are available to AASHE members; email
julian [AT] aashe.org for details.http://rce.csuchico.edu/sustainability/

20. Financial Benefits of Creating a Sustainable Campus Webinar
(Discounts for AASHE members)
Feb. 28th, 2006; 1pm-3pm EST
Innovative Educators is offering an online “webinar” entitled “Finding
the Competitive Edge: The Financial Benefits of Creating a Sustainable
Campus.” The webinar will be led by Hunter Lovins, of Natural
Capitalism Solutions, Inc., who will show participants how to increase
their institution’s profitability and efficiency while becoming more
environmentally and socially responsible. Hunter, a founding Professor
of Business at Presidio World College, is a worldwide recognized leader
in helping companies and communities profit from more sustainable
practices. Participants will have access to the recorded version for
up to 30 days after the event. If you register by February 14th, 2006,
the cost is $345; after the 14th, the cost is $395. AASHE members will
receive $50 off; email julian [AT] aashe.org to find out how.http://www.innovativeeducators.org/product_p/21.htm

21. Mathematics of Social Justice: Course Development Workshop
May 23-25, 2006; Lafayette College, Easton, PA
This workshop will aid faculty in mathematics and related disciplines
to develop undergraduate general education courses for their home
institutions, courses that engage students in understanding the
connection between quantitative literacy and social justice.
Participants will be expected to share preliminary curricular materials
developed after the workshop to support those teaching a course in the
fall. Eventually the participants will gather at a professional meeting
to make presentations regarding their experiences in courses arising
from the workshop. Lodging will be provided, however participants and
their home institutions will be expected to cover transportation and
food costs.http://ww2.lafayette.edu/~math/Rob/MathOfSJ/

22. 4th International Conference on Environmental Management for
Sustainable Universities
June 26-30, 2006; University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
This international conference is hosted by the Global Environmental
Management Education Center (GEM), a center within the College of
Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.
Participants will focus on transforming ideas into action and building
sustainable communities beyond university campuses. The conference is
targeted for a broad audience from university, business, government and
non-government organizations. Keynote speakers include Jared Diamond
and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Registration costs $200 before April 15 and
$250 afterwards. http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/GEM/EMSU/Home.htm

23. Convocation of the United States Partnership for the Decade of
Education for Sustainable Development
March 1-2, 2006; U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research
Triangle Park, NC
This first annual event will include national leaders from federal
government, business, higher education, K-12 education, local and state
government, faith communities, living institutions, academia, the
science community and many others, actively engaged in sustainability
education and learning in the United States. Participants will have
the opportunity to engage with each other and to develop
action-specific plans and partnerships for their own institution’s
goals and objectives and to help advance the vision and mission of the
US Partnership. The two-day convocation will utilize "Open Space
Technology", a group methodology that emphasizes personal
participation, responsibility, and commitment with a bias towards
consensus and action. There is no registration fee for the
convocation. Participation is limited to 300 participants, and the US
Partnership reserves the option to balance the sector diversity of
participants.US Partnership announcement

24. SURGE Conference 2006: Empowering a Progressive South, Community
by Community
Feb 24-25, 2006; NC Central University, Durham, NC
SURGE Conference 2006 will be a gathering of hundreds of progressive
students from all over the South. There will be a keynote speaker on
Friday evening and Saturday will include informative workshop and
strategy sessions on relevant issues and skills, networking
opportunities with dozens of nonprofits and fellow students, and among
other things. Food is included in the registration.http://www.surgenetwork.org/Production of
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